Just got a Glock 26 in a trade, and am looking for a decent holster for it.
Right now, Im looking at a Galco M4X holster…has a ride height I like, and isnt very expensive…
Any thoughts would be appreciated.
If SWMBO knew, I’d be a dead man, but, I’ve probably spent close to $1000 trying to find the “perfect” holster for my Glocks. I’ve had leather rigs from Rosen, Sparks, Alessi, Galco, Desantis, and other, smaller shops. I’ve had kydex from Raven Concealment, FIST, Comp-tac, and others.
Now, four years and two Glocks worth of money later, the BEST holster I’ve ever found is the $12 Glock “Sport Combat” holster. It’s made of a softer polymer, and is basically a belt slide pancake holster. It holds the Glock very close to my side (tight enough that concealing under a slightly large polo shirt is no problem with my G19/23), holds the pistol with firm retention, but gives a close to kydex-fast draw.
My only real complaint is that it leaves the muzzle of my pistol exposed, which I don’t care for. I’d pay an extra 50% (all the way up to a whopping $18) if Glock would make the same holster size-specific to their various models, with a covered muzzle…
If you’re looking for inexpensive, but very useful, I’d strongly recommend one.
Regards,
Kevin
Any holster will hold the gun. But for long lasting durablity, fast draws and good retention, Raven Concealment Systems is where I went.
Ive ran both my G17 and G19 through many classes and training sessions in Raven gear and its been the best so far.
There is a wait time on them, but it is well worth it in the long run. I have a box full of “inexpensive” holsters from going out and buying the value holsters or the latest and greatest new thing.
You can check them out @ www.TheMalabarFront.Com
just my 2 pennies worth.
I like the Comp-tac MTAC with the “slide option”. I can carry a G26, G19, G17 or even a G34 IWB comfortably. (Never tried the G34…a little extreme for IWB, IMO :p) It is well worth the $80.
I have a few for my 26 and finally found the STOW-N-GO INSIDE THE PANT HOLSTER by Galco and love it.
http://www.usgalco.com/HolsterPG3.asp?ProductID=3236&GunID=50
Okay, I should have been clearer, I’m looking for an OWB, probably a paddle holster 
I recommend Talon Tactical A10, it’s not a paddle but it’s more secured and very low profile.
Also the Raven is an excellent rig. Be prepared for a very long wait.
Mike Benedict’s PDL is a very nice paddle holster. www.talontactical.com
Likewise, Rocketman’s paddle is nice. www.rmholsters.com
Rosco
Rosco:
That Rocketman stuff looks like clones of Talon Tactical. Just sayin’.
BTW, this is your old buddy from the 1911forum
Well I just bought a Galco holster on the cheap from LA Police Gear…will report back on it once it arrives…
While I despise paddles, I do like holsters that are easy to put on and take off. I prefer the Blackhawk leather Detachable Slide. There are also some kydex variations including the Comp-Tac Spartan and the previosly mentioned Galco Matrix is nice.
http://www.blackhawk.com/product/Detachable-Slide-Leather-Concealment,1149,1418.htm
I have to vote for Comptac Infidel. I have used it for a long time and carry a Glock22 or a XD in it almost every day. Tough. Good retention. Fast. Comfortable. Inexpensive. What esle could you want.
Kramer IWB #3. I love this thing, got one used for $90. I am 5 foot nothing and can conceal a G26 in a t-shirt and jeans.
http://www.kramerleather.com/productDetail.cfm?productID=7&categoryID=23
Another vote for Kramer if it needs to be leather. The horsehide is almost as tough as Kydex. Seconds can be had on e-bay for a song. If kydex, I’m a Raven fan. Also want to try a Shaggy for 1-2 o’clock carry.
I love the kramer #3 I think its alittle over kill for a G26 but I still have one in that. I actually like to carry all my glocks in my G17 as it put the handle in the best spot for me of all the kramer rigs I have for the specific guns. G17-G19 -G26 I also have alessi talon I use alot for my around the house holster and Rafter IWB all work great
Got my M4X yesterday in the mail. I like it. Locks up tight and secure, and the thumb release is tripped easily enough for quick access.
Take a look at the Mitch Rosen Upper Limit,if you like leather. Straight drop and high riding for strong side and works really well for crossdraw for a driving rig. Expensive? Yes. Great holster for a G26,tho.